medications among males (Kakkavas et al., 2013). This research study will use The Health Belief Model to investigate the correlation between African-American males with dual diagnoses’ of HTN and ED who are non-adherent to anti-hypertensive medications. More specifically, this study will scrutinize the adverse side effects of anti-hypertensive medications in relation to complications of untreated HTN, one of which is ED. The results of this study could be used to educate African-American males, with
of status. The nurse was also able to interpret that these symptoms indicated vascular issues. The Nurse contacted the surgeon about the change of status and a consultation was issued, but the surgeon arrived later than the Nurse anticipated. This brings focus to the first failure of communication. As the surgeon was running later than expected, the Nurse did call the attending surgeon and was reassured that the vascular surgeon was on this way. The first doctor to arrive, at two in the afternoon
role of flavonoids in human health with reference to cancer and type 2 diabetes mellitus. FLAVONOIDS Flavonoids are a class of plant secondary metabolites also referred to as Vitamin P. It is the most studied group and is present in all terrestrial vascular plants. Flavonoids consist of a large group of polyphenolic compounds having a benzo-γ-pyrone structure containing two aromatic rings bound together by three carbon atoms (C6-C3-C6) that form an oxygenated heterocycle. They are known to be synthesized
Background: In 2015, chronic diseases were the leading cause of death worldwide, “accounting for 63% of all deaths” (Schaepe & Bergjan, 2015). Last year, the estimated prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) globally was between eight and sixteen percent (Schaepe & Bergjan, 2015). Patients are often diagnosed during the latter stages of CKD due to the lack of symptoms earlier on, and as a result, require dialysis or renal transplantation to prolong or sustain their life. Unfortunately, the
distribution of one or more branches of the fifth cranial nerve” (Merskey, 1994). The prevalence of TN is rare, with an estimated 5 new cases arising in 100,000 people in the United States each year. There is a female predilection with a peak age of onset between the 5th and 7th decades. In addition, the right-sided maxillary and mandibular branches of the trigeminal nerve are more frequently involved (McMillan, 2011). Diagnosis of TN is primarily dependent on clinical history following a defined set of diagnostic
or “malignant” form of endocarditis and coined the term “mycotic aneurysms.” The term “mycotic” is a misnomer suggesting fungal infection, though it was originally intended to refer to all microorganisms [5]. Osler established a clear connection between endocarditis and its bacterial origin (“micrococci”) through histology using bacterial Gram staining, which at the time was novel in medical practice. He defined the mycotic process in the setting of endocarditis as the transference of microbes from
blood vessels. Those who have been diagnosed with T2DM are also at a much higher risk for stroke, coronary heart disease, and peripheral vascular disease than the nondiabetic population. They also have greater chances of having dyslipidemia, hypertension, and obesity. Early detection and quick treatment can lessen the difficulties of diabetes and its complications, so testing for diabetes may be appropriate under certain circumstances. The approximate rate of diabetes found in adults was 8.2% in 2002
purely just controlling one’s sugar. Continuous patient education is vital to preventing micro and macro vascular complications. There exist two entities that provide guidance regarding evidenced based management of diabetes. These two organizations are the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE). There exists a continuum of complications and poor health outcomes in patients that progress from normal glucose tolerance to overt diabetes mellitus
widespread in literature (Fisher 2012, Klareskog 2008, Sugiyama 2010, Mahdi 2009). Interaction occurs between two copies of HLA-DR SE specific genes and smoking; specific citrullinated protein antigens are induced by cigarette smoke which increases likelihood of RA. This causes a 21-flod increase risk of RA in comparison to non-smokers (Klareskog 2006). Furthermore, literature dictates that peripheral vascular disease (PVD), steroid therapy and prednisone use have consistent supportive evidence that shows
linea alba.6 The separation of abdominal muscles is likely to cause inhibition of the muscles immediately after surgery. Without proper rehabilitation, this inhibition may last for a prolonged period of time. There seems to be a strong association between abdominal musculature and pelvic floor musculature (PFM) in the ability to maintain urinary continence.7 While it is common for physiotherapists to train patients to activate PFM in isolation of abdominals with the intention of decreasing intra abdominal